Wichard 6566W Double Folding Pad Eye 10mm Diameter Marine Stainless Steel

The Wichard 6566W Double Folding Pad Eye is a heavy-duty, fully drop-forged stainless steel pad eye engineered for demanding marine fastening applications. Constructed from 316L stainless steel, this double pad eye delivers exceptional working and breaking loads regardless of the angle of the applied load, making it a trusted choice for sailboat rigging, stays, blocks, and jib tack points.

The double-eye configuration allows for the attachment of multiple shrouds or a removable stay simultaneously, offering versatile rigging solutions in a compact, low-profile design. When not in use, the eyes fold flat to minimize the risk of injury and reduce snagging hazards on deck. An integrated silicone pad dampens vibration and eliminates unwanted noise during use.

Key Features:

• Fully drop-forged construction for maximum strength and durability
• Outstanding working and breaking load capacity at any load angle
• Double-eye design allows attachment of several stays or shrouds simultaneously
• Eyes fold flat to reduce injury risk and deck clutter
• Silicone pad eliminates vibration and noise
• Modern, optimized profile suited to the aesthetics of contemporary vessels
• Material: 316L stainless steel grade
• Eye diameter (D): 10mm (25/64")
• Stock/pin diameter (d): 10.5mm (13/32")
• Working load: 4,560 kg (10,053 lbs) — nautical applications
• Breaking load: 9,000 kg (19,842 lbs)
• Dimensions: A: 75mm (2-61/64"), B: 45mm (1-3/4"), C: 23mm (29/32"), E: 104mm (4-3/32"), F: 78mm (3-1/16")
• Weight: 494g (1.09 lbs)
• Manufacturer Part No.: 6566 / 6566W
• Sold individually

The Wichard 6566W is ISO 15083 compliant and suitable for a wide range of marine fastening needs including stays, blocks, jackstays, lifelines, and jib tack attachment points. Industrial WLL (Working Load Limit) is calculated at 1/5th of the breaking load.